Interview with Yury4465 @ Etsy

Tell us a little bit about yourself.
I was born in Leningrad, USSR. I was studying in school affiliated wit Academy of Fine art. After that I was admitted to the Academy of Fine Art on department of architecture. I came to the USA in 1989 and started to work as sculptor and artist. Later, I was working as an architect for many years, mostly in “entertainment architecture”- casinos, theme restaurants in different cities of the USA. Lately return to Fine Art and classical portraiture. I reside in New York for more than 20 years.

Is there a story behind your store name?
No story behind store name, just make it catchy

When did you become interested in art?
In my childhood. I was drawing and painting as I can remember myself. I was studying art and architecture in Academy of Art in Leningrad. Since 1989 I live in USA.

How did it evolve to the artwork you are doing now?
I always considered different styles, different options.

Who or what has been most influential in your art?
Italian old masters.

How would you describe your creative process?
Simple, just paint what on your mind, like take a dictation, and with fewer mistakes as possible.

How did you get started in your handmade business?
I decided to find new and broader market for exposure.

What are your plans for the future?
To get known as an artist to more people.

If you could have dinner with anyone (living or dead) who would it be and what would be served?
Indefinitely, Hieronymus Bosch and Peter Brueghel. Serving raw steaks.

Find me:
www.etsy.com/shop/yury4465
www.ModernArtOnLine.com
www.ArtByTarler.com